Australasia Collection (page 19)

Sunset looking towards Lyttelton Harbour, from the Port Hills, Christchurch, New Zealand

Sun rays breaking through clouds, from the Port Hills, Christchurch, New Zealand

Sunset at Wharariki beach, Tasman, New Zealand

Sunset at Piha beach, Auckland, New Zealand

New Zealand, North Island, Castlepoint, Castlepoint Lighthouse

Smugglers Bay, Whangarei Heads, Whangarei, Northland, North Island, New Zealand

Mt. Manaia, Whangarei Heads, Whangarei, Northland, North Island, New Zealand

Ngunguru Sunset, Tutukaka Coast, Whangarei, Northland, North Island, New Zealand

New Zealand, North Island, Paremata, houses along Porirua Harbour

Ngakuta Bay, Queen Charlotte Sound, Marlborough Sounds, South Island, New Zealand

Whangarei Town Basin at Dusk, Whangarei, Northland, North Island, New Zealand

The beautiful little Onuku Church, Akaroa, Banks Peninsular, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand

Australia, Victoria, VIC, Castlemaine, old gold mine dredging machinery

Australia, Western Australia, Freemantle, Fishing Boat Harbour, statue of Bon Scott, lead singer of rock band AC-DC by Greg James

Australasia, New Zealand, Otago, Dunedin, Dunedin Railway Station

Samwise Gamgees house. Hobbiton Movie Set, Matamata, Waikato region, North Island, New Zealand

Fireplace at The Green Dragon Inn. Hobbiton Movie Set, Matamata, Waikato region, North Island, New Zealand

Interiors of The Green Dragon Inn. Hobbiton Movie Set, Matamata, Waikato region, North Island, New Zealand

Luna Park, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Yarra river and city at sunrise, with RIalto towers on the right

Glasses of wine at Vasse Felix winery, Margaret River, Western Australia, Australia

View of city skyline from Kings Park, Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Cannons and statue of Queen Victoria in Kings Park, Perth, Western Australia, Australia

The lone tree in Lake Wanaka in the morning light. Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes district, Otago region, South Island, New Zealand

Oceania, New Zealand, Aotearoa, North Island, Tongariro National Park, rain forest

Sydney Harbour Bridge from McMahons Point at sunrise, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Sydney Harbour Bridge from Barangaroo Reserve at sunrise, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Pyrmont Bridge and Darling Harbour at dusk, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Dusk falls over picturesque wharf in idyllic Kenepuru Sound, Marlborough Sounds, South Island, New Zealand

Sydney Opera House & Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Aerial view of cattle tracks in a salt pan, Anna Creek Station, South Australia. March, 2022

Light-mantled sooty albatross (Phoebetria palpebrata) in flight at sunset, Southern Ocean between Invercargill and Campbell Island, New Zealand, December

Little pied cormorant (Microcarbo melanoleucos) perched on branch protruding out of water. Eden NSW, Australia

Crested terns (Thalasseus bergii) flying over a coastal rock shelf in the early morning with waves breaking in the background. Long exposure. Skenes Creek, Victoria, Australia. July 2016

Aerial view of blue and pink water of Lake Eyre Water, the result of high levels of desert rainfall, Lake Eyre North, South Australia, March, 2022

Henty dunes near Strahan, West coast, Tasmania, Australia

The Twelve Apostles, Port Campbell National Park, Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia

Mount Lewis spiny crayfish (Euastacus fleckeri) in defensive posture with claw raised, at edge of mountain stream, Mount. Lewis, Wet Tropics World Heritage area, Queensland, Australia. Endangered

Swanston Street, Melbourne, Australia, 19th Century
Vintage engraving of Swanston Street, Melbourne, Australia, 19th Century

Frill-necked lizard (Chlamydosaurus kingii) threat display with neck frill extended, Cooktown, Queensland, Australia

Three Galah (Eolophus roseicapillus) drinking at inland waterhole, Cunnamulla, Queensland, Australia

Brown tree snake (Boiga irregularis) coiled around tree branches, Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia

Red kangaroo (Macropus rufus) on open plain. showing brown and grey forms, Diamantina River, Queensland, Australia

Short-beaked echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus) with muddy face, emerging from burrow, Jervis Bay, New South Wales, Australia

Botany Bay diamond weevil (Chrysolopus spectabilis) close up, Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia

Crucifix toad / Holy cross frog (Notaden bennetti) sitting in shallow water after heavy summer rain, Westmar, Queensland, Australia

Christmas Island flying fox (Pteropus natalis) roosting in coastal tree, Christmas Island, Australia

Ghost bat (Macroderma gigas) in flight, Pine Creek, Northern Territory, Australia

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"Australasia: A Tapestry of Natural Wonders, Cultural Marvels, and Sporting Passion" In the enchanting darkness of a December night in Melbourne, two little blue penguins stand gracefully on rocks, their silhouettes beautifully contrasting against the vibrant city lights. This captivating image captured during the COP26 Countdown Photo Competition 2021 Joint winner reminds us of Australasia's unique blend of urban sophistication and natural wonders. As we explore this vast continent through an antique map of Australia, our journey takes us to New Zealand where we encounter Strigops habroptilus, better known as the kakapo - a rare and fascinating parrot species. The magic continues as Sydney's Opera Bar and iconic Opera House come alive with vivid projections during Vivid Sydney festival; a testament to the region's artistic flair. Heading towards Matamata in New Zealand's North Island, we find ourselves transported into Middle-earth at Hobbiton Movie Set. Amongst charming hobbit houses nestled amidst lush greenery, it feels like stepping into another realm altogether. Delving deeper into history through an antique map from the 19th century, we discover New Zealand's rich heritage depicted intricately. It serves as a reminder that behind its breathtaking landscapes lies a tapestry woven by generations past. Moving along Tasmania's west coastline to Strahan wharf reveals stacks of lobster pots standing tall - symbols of both livelihood and sustenance for coastal communities. This glimpse into local life showcases Australasia's deep connection with its surrounding seas. The bustling cityscape and picturesque harbor in Wellington further exemplify Australasia’s cosmopolitan charm while offering stunning views that captivate visitors' hearts forevermore. No exploration would be complete without venturing into Australia’s heartland – Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park in Northern Territory unveils Uluru/Ayers Rock majestically rising from red desert sands. Its sacred presence holds spiritual significance for Indigenous Australians, reminding us of the continent's ancient roots.